As a walker with very wide ankles and slightly puffy lower legs I'm constantly struggling to find comfortable hiking socks. Couldn't believe my eyes when I found these. It must be too good to be true, I thought. But it wasn't! These are everything I need in a hiking sock. Completely pliant grip round the ankles and leg means no more cutting in mark. But they aren't so loose as to fall down. Physics-defying! They are also rich in merino but not 100% which means they don't go too stiff after washing. They are a little thicker than I was hoping for a summer sock (they will be excellent in the Autumn and Winter) but because they wick moisture they don't get overly hot. I gambled on a three pack - glad I did. I shall be ordering more soon. Italian made, too!